Biotics for Acne-Prone Skin and Scalp Disorders: A Scoping Review

    August 2026 in “ Cosmetics ”
    Gisele Mara Silva Gonçalves
    Studysummary This review assessed dermo-cosmetic treatments using prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and other biotics for acne and scalp disorders, finding potential benefits, especially with multi-strain or synbiotic formulations, although challenges like formulation stability and the need for larger trials persist.
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